Ivory Lane – “December”-I can’t get enough of Ivory Lane’s vocal quality. In the indie music world there are a wide range of voices, but Ivory Lane might be one of the best. I think the easy comp here is someone like Adele, …
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Three breathtaking neoclassical pieces for the eye of this late summer storm
Hideyuki Hoshimoto – “Voyage”-I have become a sucker for the recording sounds of the pedals and mechanics of the instrument. It feels more alive, more real, more analog to me. I adore the phrasing of Hoshimoto’s composition here. It feels like a quiet …
Summer 2020 Singer Songwriter Virtual Festival – Part 6
Seanie Bermingham – “By lake or by sea”-The tenderness in this song is absolutely astonishing. The easy going acoustic guitar work helps to ease the listener into a poetic and moving composition. If you’re looking for a song to add to your acoustic …
3 of the Best New Indie Rock Acts
Glom – “Matches” There is something incredibly “warm” about the sound of six piece alt act Glom. Their production transmits a spirit of hope and burden free refuge, while their guitars still rock at a high level. Seriously, check out their long instrumental …
The Art of Self-Expression: Chappell Roan’s Eclectic Fashion and Country Music Revolution
Chappell Roan is finally having her moment in the spotlight, and it’s well deserved. The Missouri-born singer-songwriter has been making waves with her bold, theatrical performances, unapologetic self-expression, and, more recently, her unexpected dive into country music. If her trajectory is anything to …
Three Americana tracks featuring different textures of the genre
Isak Thomas and the Stoop Boys – “Out of time”-If you’ve been around my writing for any length of time, you know that I am a fan of retro soul. Isak Thomas and the Stoop Boys tap into that with a brilliant contribution …
Three new indie rock tunes for music lovers
Nite Tides – “Forever Baby”-There’s a nice atmospheric quality to this tune that puts a smile on my face every time. I guess it’s a mid-60s surf rock vibe that flavors the track so richly. I really appreciate the Beach Boys style vocals …
Three folk tunes to satisfy your soul
Jakob Leventhal and Sarah Jarosz – “Greenwich Village Ghosts”-This is a beautiful song performed by two exceptionally talented songwriters. I didn’t know much about Leventhal until I found this track, which is absolutely stunning. The composition has this conversational phrasing that works well. …
Wow! Check Out Wick and Her Exceptional “Rollercoaster”
Wick – “Rollercoaster” We were absolutely blown away by this one. “Rollercoaster” granted us an immediate rush and welcomed distraction from the current state of life. This goes along with the ups and downs illustrated in the stand out track by talented songwriter …
Summer 2020 Singer Songwriter Virtual Festival – Part 5
Jacob Callum – “Done with me yet”-The acoustic guitar work on this track is really good. Once you get to the chorus of this song, though, Callum’s vocal really excels as well. The composition is really nicely balanced between atmospheric elements and the …
